at Black & Veatch in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Consultant Sustainability
Date: Jul 9, 2024
Location:
US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.
As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity’s biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.
Company : Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id : 104433
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Why Black and Veatch
Recognized by Glassdoor as a 2023 Top 100 place to work , Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life.
The Opportunity
Black & Veatch is seeking a Sustainability Consultant level professional to join our team of consultants, strategic advisors, technology specialists, and energy industry respected subject matter experts. The Consultant will support the development and execution of projects in the growing the Sustainability Solutions business. \#LI-NK1 #LI-Hybrid
The Team
As part of BV Strategic Growth, you will have the opportunity to drive agility, innovation, and hold BV accountable as an organization to our commitment to transform and grow. You are passionate about growth, client-centric, and work seamlessly across all areas of BV.
Key Responsibilities
+ The ideal candidate must have a strong desire to support the Sustainability Solution group’s business vision – which is to be the leading sustainable consulting and EPC firm – by supporting projects with the strategy, concepts and insights, analytical techniques, implementation capabilities in the energy industry and adjacent sectors.
+ Responsible for data analysis and initial preparation of deliverables to contribute to the completion of an engagement.
+ Work with limited to moderate supervision and/or may lead a small effort or project team.
+ Support the development, implementation, and management of the Sustainability Solutions business plan to grow the level of business and client base and support the acquisition of new clients and engagements.?
+ Support conducting quality assurance reviews on their own and others’ work.
+ Be an active participant in project teams, contributing to the overall high-quality of project deliverables.
Preferred Qualifications
+ ????Master’s degree preferred in energy-related policy, finance, or energy-adjacent focus
+ 4 years managing complex energy projects/initiatives
+ Successfully executing work on multiple engagements simultaneously
+ Knowledge and understanding of the energy industry; knowledge of industry business drivers and transformation drivers and impacts
+ Excellent communication/ presentation skills (written, verbal)
+ Certifications related to area of expertise, where applicable preferred
+ Experience related to one or more of the following Sustainability areas: decarbonization, distributed energy resources, electric vehicles, integrated energy service platforms/financial modeling, low carbon fuels
+ Proven experience collaborating among cross-functional, highly technical teams
+ Demonstrated ability to translate complex findings into executable strategic insights and recommendations for both executive and mid-management stakeholders
+ Highly developed organizational and management skills
+ Cognitive flexibility, intellectual curiosity
+ Demonstrated ability to develop business insights & new/creative ways of solving challenges
+ Desire to work in face-paced, start-up like environment where deliverables & tasks may frequently change
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or relevant work experience.
4+ years experience in a business/consulting environment. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Certifications
Certifications related to area of expertise, where applicable preferred.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Normal office environment
Competencies
Action oriented
Interpersonal savvy
Customer focus
Salary Plan
CST: Consulting
Job Grade
003
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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.
Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.
To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
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